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Finally! The snow is starting to sprinkle back on the North Shore mountains and I’m (as the locals say) stoked! While the first day of Winter is on 22nd November, people are snapping up their season passes (me included) for the nearby mountains which will be opening soon. Cypress Mountain is one of the most popular ski resorts in Vancouver, BC, and it’s easy to see why. With over 600 acres of skiable terrain, Cypress Mountain offers something for everyone, from beginners to advanced ...
Sleep Deprivation and Parenthood: A Dad’s Guide to Catching Those Z’s
*brand partnership Becoming a parent is undoubtedly one of the most rewarding experiences in life. However, it often comes at the cost of precious sleep. As a dad (or fellow parent), you’re probably all too familiar with the struggle of trying to balance the responsibilities of parenthood ...
“Study With Me” ft. Storm Reid x Apple
Studying, revising, or working alone can be boring, lonely, and often hard to stay focused. As students study for midterms this month, Apple released its first “Study with Me” video, which features Emmy-nominated Storm Reid (The Last of Us, Euphoria, Missing), a Junior at the ...
Holiday Gift List: 2023’s Best Cameras under $2,500 – Plus How to Take Great Photos
I was going to publish these articles as separate pieces, but in the interest of giving you, the reader, all the value in just one place, here you go. As a parent, I’m forever trying to take photos that will look good on a calendar, a photo book, or to send to relatives to frame for their ...
Squamish’s best kept secrets – that they kinda want to share
The experiences and places mentioned were visited as part of a media trip. Opinions are my own and all copyright on photos belong to James R.C. Smith. Nestled amidst the breathtaking landscapes of British Columbia, Squamish has emerged as a hub for outdoor enthusiasts and adventure seekers. But ...
Nikon Announces a Full-Frame Z f Retro Camera
Ever since taking my F-301 to school, taking portraits of my friends, and developing the prints at home, I’ve had a soft spot for Nikon. It was the camera that took me through my street photography thesis at university and has since been passed onto another student learning the ropes. ...
Starbucks’ Autumn Menu Hits on August 24
Sure, it’s still actually Summer, and drinking hot coffee brings on the caffeine sweats, but Starbucks doesn’t care. They want to push the Pumpkin-spiced, apple-crispy, autumnal goodness ASAP. Are you ready for an Instagram feed full of brown boots, jeans, sweaters, scarves, and big ...
Celebrate Father’s Day with Recipes and Easy Crafts!
Father’s Day is just around the corner, and what better way to show your dad how much you love him than by making heartfelt crafts together? Whether you’re looking for a gift idea or a fun activity to do with your kids, these Father’s Day crafts are sure to bring smiles and ...
Top 5 Tips for Dads to Bond with Their Kids
As a dad, bonding with your kids is an essential part of being a parent. It creates a strong emotional connection and builds trust between you and your child. However, with the busy demands of work and other responsibilities, it can be challenging to find time to bond with your kids. ...